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Signs of Stroke & Preventing Strokes
By Dr. Jack Schim Did you know that every 40 seconds here in the United States, someone experiences a stroke? And did you know that 80% of all strokes are preventable? When it comes to treating, and...
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Every year in the United States, approximately 795,000 people suffer from a stroke. Strokes are the country’s third most common cause of death, and is the leading cause of long-term disability....
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How to Act FAST to Save Stroke Victims
A stroke occurs when one of two things critically impairs blood flow in the brain: either a blood clot forms or a hemorrhage causes bleeding. When someone is having a stroke, every minute that passes...
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Side Effects of a Stroke [INFOGRAPHIC]
According to the American Heart Association, someone in the U.S. has a stroke about once every 40 seconds. The severity and the location of the stroke will determine how the body is affected. View...
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What is the Difference Between a Stroke and a Heart Attack?
Both heart attacks and strokes occur suddenly and require immediate medical attention. But when the symptoms of a heart attack or stroke abruptly appear, will you know how to tell the difference...
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Understanding the Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke Connection
Having access to reliable information about heart health can be more than educational — it can often be lifesaving. Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib or AF, is a common condition that affects the...
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Life After Stroke
According to the American Stroke Association, over 7 million Americans identify as stroke survivors. While there are plenty of articles out there focusing on topics like risk factors for and side...
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Who Is Most at Risk of a Stroke?
A stroke occurs when the brain is denied oxygen-rich blood. Strokes are caused because of a blockage, such as a clot, or by a ruptured or leaking artery. More than 795,000 people have a stroke each...
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5 Top Stroke Prevention Tips
In the United States, 1 in every 20 deaths is caused by stroke. For those who survive, there are major long-term adjustments as they get used to what life looks like after a stroke. A major area of...
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Not All Stroke Centers Are Created Equal
“My dad had a stroke and he can’t speak but there’s nothing more that can be done.” These were the helpless words of a friend who called to share with me that his dad had lost valuable time wandering...
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